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Feb 8, 2024 · PAFA is the oldest art museum and school in the US, founded in 1805. It showcases exhibitions, collections, events, and programs that nurture and recognize artists at every stage of their career.
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The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Opens its Annual...
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Founded in 1805, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts...
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The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) is a museum and private art school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1805 and is the first and oldest art museum and art school in the United States.
Learn about the founding, collection, and legacy of PAFA, established in 1805 by artists and leaders in Philadelphia. Explore the interactive timeline, fact sheets, and historical resources on PAFA's buildings and exhibitions.
Jan 10, 2024 · Learn about the history and evolution of the first art museum and school in the United States, founded in 1805 by artists and elite Philadelphians. Explore how the academy collected, exhibited, and taught art in different styles and periods, from classical to modern.
At once a celebrated museum and a prolific learning institution, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) has served as one of Philadelphia’s most important artistic hubs since 1805. The permanent collection spans a range of media, including paintings, sculpture and works on paper, which together tell the story of American art in the ...
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Sep 28, 2023 · Learn about the history and highlights of the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, the country’s oldest art academy and museum. See masterpieces by Benjamin West, Gilbert Stuart, Thomas Eakins, and more in a gorgeous Victorian Gothic building.
